This project is not presented to the audience as a finalised body of work, but rather as an exploration of the creative process that unfolds before the artist arrives at a ‘solution’. You might think of it as an open studio, offering a glimpse into the multitude of possibilities that emerge during the act of creation. At times, this process flows seamlessly; at others, it is chaotic and challenging. Regardless, the creative journey is always dynamic, with its intensity varying from one artist to another.

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Following numerous exhibitions at il-Kamra ta’ Fuq, we saw an exciting opportunity to collaborate with an artist to highlight this very process. With years of experience in art education across various levels and an established presence in the local art scene, Darren Tanti took on this project and offered the public a rare insight into his creative journey.

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Titled In Search of the Unknown, the project encapsulates the artist’s pursuit of discovery and meaning through art. Here, you may notice connections to both Tanti’s earlier and more recent works, traces of past inspirations, new elements, potential developments, and even dead ends or failures. While many artists choose to reveal only the final, resolved pieces, Tanti has embraced the opportunity to share the often-unseen aspects of his process. This openness is a natural extension of his work in the studio-classroom environment, where the emphasis on process is key. In fact, educators consistently highlight how a well-engaged process can lead to profound and expansive creative outcomes.